STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Community members are beginning to surround the memorial for Eric Garner as part of a vigil outside the beauty supply store on Bay Street in Tompkinsville where Thursday's incident with police occurred.

Garner died after being placed in police custody.

Garner's wife, Esaw Garner, his mother, Gwen Carr and other friends and family are expected to join the National Action Network for a vigil at the location around 6 p.m. About 20 had gathered prior to the start.

Currently, a small group of residents are draping American flag decorations around the memorial.